Rakshanda Rahman Misha

The upcoming Eid will be a great reprieve for everyone, especially couples in Showbiz, who have trouble getting to spend prolonged amounts of time together, due to their busy schedule. We spoke to some of the most renowned young couples in the industry for their plans.

Yesterday marked an exceptionally beautiful moment for Warfaze, the band that shaped the childhood of an entire generation, as it received the Ekushey Padak, the country’s second-highest civilian honour, for its contribution to music.

Some cartoons now appear more as tools of self-promotion for specific parties rather than critiques of the system. With so much political drama unfolding, one question persists: why is there so little interest among cartoonists in tackling election-related issues through their art?

For them, a ray of light arrives in the name of Alok Nibash, an initiative by BANCAT, Bangladesh’s first holistic cancer care home. Here, cancer patients receive free treatment and accommodation, along with counseling and emotional support for both themselves and their families. It is more than a shelter; it is a space of dignity, compassion, and healing. This brainchild of Najmus Ahmed Albab, a cancer survivor himself, was born out of a desire to help those without the financial means to fight cancer, giving them hope, care, and a chance to rebuild their lives.

Parsa has also been drawing attention for her fresh on-screen pairings. She was recently seen opposite Mosharraf Karim in “Dimlight” and will next be paired with Yash Rohan in “Ekshathe Alada”.

There are so many untold stories from July, yet when we look at our cinema, it gives the impression that the silver screen has barely scratched the surface of what July truly was. Are filmmakers hesitant to tell these stories? And why, in such a short period, have we only seen two July-related films make it to the theatres?

The event began at 4pm at the National Museum, with Jalal Ahmed, chairman of the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission, presiding over the ceremony.

“Thirty-five years of working with honesty and integrity for the country and its people is no small achievement,” she reflects. “This is something very few organisations can sustain. That is why The Daily Star has always been a place of trust for me.”

For Azmeri Haque Badhan, The Daily Star’s 35-year journey stands as a testament to resilience. Congratulating the newspaper on reaching what she calls a “remarkable milestone,” she acknowledges the long and meaningful path the institution has travelled.

When Pritom Hasan recently shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of himself singing amid army personnel, fans immediately sensed that something special was on the way. The image hinted at a unique and exciting collaboration between the popular singer and the Bangladesh Army. Anticipation grew further yesterday when the first official look was unveiled — a photograph of an army uniform accompanied by the caption, “15.01.26.”

The 24th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) officially began today at the main auditorium of the Bangladesh National Museum, marking the start of a ten-day celebration of world cinema.

On the very first day of the new year, Siam Ahmed sent a clear message to audiences: ‘hold on tight to your cinema seats’. With a daring new slate of characters lined up, the actor is ready to set the silver screen ablaze in 2026.

Chorki has unveiled the first look of its upcoming web series “Aatka”, drawing attention for its vibrant visuals and lively ensemble. At the centre of the series is Sunerah Binte Kamal, who steps into a flamboyant character that marks a noticeable shift from her recent on-screen roles. As curiosity around the project grows, the actress shares what made working on “Aatka” a particularly enjoyable and fulfilling experience.

When the trailer of Mejbaur Rahman Sumon’s “Roid” dropped, audiences witnessed a side of Nazifa Tushi they had never seen before. Messy, raw, and almost unrecognisable, she fully immerses herself in a character that doesn’t even have a name. Her transformation has left fans buzzing on social media, praising her new look.

“For me, the key question is whether the content is politically correct. Whether what the screenwriter or filmmaker wants to say is truthful and responsible. If it is politically correct, I feel comfortable working on it. But if I feel that what is being said is not entirely true, then I might choose not to do the work.”

After July 2024, Bangladesh discovered a renewed sense of unity as the nation came together to stand against injustice. Over time, however, we began to notice divisions forming among the people. Some started questioning the very essence of our Liberation War itself. To confront this growing apathy and division, some cultural voices of the July movement divulge their take on what is at stake for the soul of our nation.

Adapted from a beloved novel by Humayun Ahmed’s novel “Kichukkhon”, the film “Bonolota Express” is all set to go on the floors from December 15.

Shehab Shahariar, also known as Shibu—the upstart musician behind the song—shared how it all happened. “I was on a bus, heading home from university, when Hania Aamir posted my song. By the time I got home, I had 50 Instagram requests—something that had never happened to me before!”

Whether an actor, athlete, singer, journalist, a corporate, or as a woman, they have to carry the burden of such acts regularly. Every form of abuse must be addressed. And in this era of technology, where it takes seconds to post a derogatory comment, the response should be just as swift. Clear rules are needed to ensure that accounts can be properly identified, regulated, and held accountable. Without this, we only empower abusers to continue.

There was a time when Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed found herself facing one of the most challenging phases of her life. In the middle of that chaos, theatre entered her world — offering a rare sense of hope and peace just when she needed it most.